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INRL10020

Academic Year 2024/2025

Foundations of Intl Relations (INRL10020)

Subject:
International Relations
College:
Social Sciences & Law
School:
Politics & Int Relations
Level:
1 (Introductory)
Credits:
5
Module Coordinator:
Dr Tobias Theiler
Trimester:
Spring
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

This module offers an introduction to the main issues in contemporary international politics. It first examines the development of the modern international system, focusing especially on the post-Cold War era. It then examines a range of substantive issues that occupy students of contemporary international politics: war and other forms of inter-state conflict, global trade and communication, migration, economic inequality, international integration, terrorism, human rights, the United Nations and the role of multinational corporations and transnational pressure groups. Note: This is an attendance-critical module. Students must attend lectures and tutorials in person. There is no possibility of taking this module online.

It is recommended to complete this introductory module before attempting INRL20040 International Relations.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this module, students will have a grasp of
- the evolution of the contemporary international system;
- key features of that system including state sovereignty, diplomacy, war, international institutions and international trade
- important debates in international relations on issues such as global inequality, environmental degradation and human rights
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Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Autonomous Student Learning

96
Lectures

22
Tutorial

7
Total

125

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
The module consists of a combination of lectures and tutorials. Students must attend these in person as it is not possible to follow this module online. Each lecture will revolve around a particular topic and associated core reading. Tutorials feature a blend of learning activities including in-class debates.

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Incompatibles:
INRL10010 - Found of Pol Theory & IR


 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade Component repeat (in-module) Offered
Exam (In-person): Final exam End of trimester
Duration:
2 hr(s)
 Graded No
70
 No
Participation in Learning Activities: Tutorial-based continuous assessment, throughout the trimester Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11, Week 12 Graded No
20
 No
Participation in Learning Activities: In-class exercise 1 Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6 Pass/Fail Grade Scale No
5
 No
Participation in Learning Activities: In-class exercise 2 Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11, Week 12 Pass/Fail Grade Scale No
5
 No

As part of UCD's student support, under the Additional Consideration policy, extensions may be available for the following assessments in the module: Assignment (including essay/poster), Portfolio, Reflective Assignment, Report(s), and Individual Project.


Carry forward of passed components
No
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Autumn Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Self-assessment activities

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Not yet recorded.

Name Role
Sabina Adriani Tutor
Stella Byng Tutor
Austin Gregory Tutor
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